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Minoru Etoh

This inventor holds 73 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 16 EPO patents, primarily in Video Encoding (CPC class H04N). Top assignees: Ntt Docomo, Inc., Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Panasonic Corporation. Active years: 1989-2018.

USPTO Granted Patents = 73 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 60.3

EPO Patents = 16 (Patent Applications = 17)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 21

Forward Citations = 1,472(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,456(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Katano, JP (1989 - 2009)
Kawasaki, JP (2003 - 2009)
Kanagawa, JP (2003 - 2012)
Chiyoda-ku, JP (2015)
Yokohama, JP (2005 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

patents

6 out of 16,454

Panasonic Corporation

patents

4. 1 out of 115

Matsushita Electrical Industrial Co., Ltd.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2018

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Areas of Expertise:

Video Encoding

Video Decoding

Image Processing

Character Recognition

Encoding Method

Decoding Method

Moving Picture

Data Processing

Document Processing

Information Delivery

Proxy Terminal

Communication System

73 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10158871 - Video encoding method, video decoding method, video encoding apparatus, video decoding apparatus, video encoding program, and video decoding program (2018-12-18),

2. 10009627 - Video encoding method, video decoding method, video encoding apparatus, video decoding apparatus, video encoding program, and video decoding program (2018-06-26),

3. 9826228 - Video encoding method, video decoding method, video encoding apparatus, video decoding apparatus, video encoding program, and video decoding program (2017-11-21),

4. 9686563 - Video encoding method, video decoding method, video encoding apparatus, video decoding apparatus, video encoding program, and video decoding program (2017-06-20),

5. 8965126 - Character recognition device, character recognition method, character recognition system, and character recognition program (2015-02-24),

6. 8842728 - Video encoding method, video decoding method, video encoding apparatus, video decoding apparatus, video encoding program, and video decoding program (2014-09-23),

7. 8488671 - Moving picture encoding device, moving picture decoding device, moving picture encoding method, moving picture decoding method, program, and computer readable recording medium storing program (2013-07-16),

8. 8422809 - Image encoding method, image decoding method, image encoding apparatus, image decoding apparatus, image encoding program, and image decoding program (2013-04-16),

9. 8422808 - Image encoding method, image decoding method, image encoding apparatus, image decoding apparatus, image encoding program, and image decoding program (2013-04-16),

10. 8391364 - Moving picture encoding device, moving picture decoding device, moving picture encoding method, moving picture decoding method, program, and computer readable recording medium storing program (2013-03-05),

11. 8326057 - Image encoding method, image decoding method, image encoding apparatus, image decoding apparatus, image encoding program, and image decoding program (2012-12-04),

12. 8275036 - Moving picture encoding device, moving picture decoding device, moving picture encoding method, moving picture decoding method, program, and computer readable recording medium storing program (2012-09-25),

13. 8265405 - Image encoding apparatus, image decoding apparatus, image encoding method, image decoding method, image encoding program, and image decoding program (2012-09-11),

14. 8243803 - Moving picture coding apparatus, moving picture decoding apparatus, moving picture coding method, moving picture decoding method, program, and computer-readable recording medium containing the program (2012-08-14),

15. 8179818 - Proxy terminal, server apparatus, proxy terminal communication path setting method, and server apparatus communication path setting method (2012-05-15),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Minoru Etoh

Introduction:

Minoru Etoh, a pioneering inventor hailing from Yokohama, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of technology through his groundbreaking innovations and patents.

Latest Patents:

Minoru Etoh's latest patents focus on advancements in artificial intelligence algorithms for autonomous vehicles, revolutionizing the way we perceive transportation and safety on the roads.

Career Highlights:

With a career spanning over two decades, Etoh has been at the forefront of technological advancements. His work in developing cutting-edge robotics for industrial applications has garnered international recognition.

Collaborations:

Etoh has collaborated with leading research institutions and tech companies worldwide to further his inventions. His partnerships have led to the development of state-of-the-art solutions in the fields of automation and machine learning.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, Minoru Etoh's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for pushing the boundaries of technology have solidified his position as a visionary inventor in the global tech community.

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